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Behaviours in Dementia
Chapel’s FreshLook
60thAnniversary
New FuneralGuide/ReminiscingBack in Time
Making CareDecisions
2008 CampTrip
VeteranAffairs Award
HockeyLegends
With Praise
Sunnybrook Veterans CelebrateHospital’s 60th Anniversarywith Honoured Guests
By Erin Molloy
His Royal Highness, The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, The HonorableDavid C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and The HonourableGregory Thompson, Minister of Veterans Affairs Canada helpedcelebrate Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre’s 60th anniversary with avisit to the hospital’s Veteran residences on June 5.
His Royal Highness and Lieutenant Governor Onley toured thehospital’s K and L wings and information was provided about thehighly specialized Dorothy Macham Home, a one-of-a-kind facility inCanada that cares for patients with dementia who exhibit aggressivebehaviours. The Honoured guests also had a first-hand look at thecare provided to Veterans including the many complementary andrecreation and art therapy programs such as music therapy,photography and woodworking.
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Festival of the Arts
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At Home is the official newsletter
of Aging & Veterans Care. The
newsletter is published four times a
year and is made available to all
members of the Aging & Veterans
Care community.
At Home is also available online at
www.sunnybrook.ca under Programs
& Services, Aging & Veterans Care.
Editor: Sally Fur
Layout: Tereza Radman
Photography: Media Source
(unless noted otherwise)
Circulation: 1,800
For more information, or to make a
submission, please contact Sally Fur
at 416.480.6100 ext. 5057 or by
e-mail to [email protected]
Contributors:
Dr. Jocelyn Charles
Kathy Edmison
Dorothy Ferguson
Susan Greenwood
Leanne Hughes
Nancy Paris
Audra Young
Material printed in At Home is protected by
copyright and may not be reprinted without
the permission of the editor.
Making Decisions about Care
As medical care becomes more complex, it can be difficult to
make decisions about your care. For most medical conditions
there are choices about treatments. Your health care team can
provide you with the options available for your health care and
the benefits and risks with each option. Each of us has personal
values that guide both the small and large decisions we make.
Our treatment decisions should be congruent with these
personal values. For many of our Veterans, quality of life and
comfort are primary values that guide their care decisions.
When a resident is no longercapable of understanding andcommunicating their carewishes, a substitute decision-maker is necessary to assist inmaking treatment decisions. Inthis situation, the health careteam will follow the Health CareConsent Act (1996) to identifythe legal substitute decisionmaker. This information isavailable in the new Sunnybrookbrochure: Making CareDecisions When a Patient isIncapable: The Role &Responsibilities of a SubstituteDecision-Maker which isavailable upon request.
A substitute decision-maker is expected to follow the
resident’s wishes as much as possible if his/her prior
wishes are known from the time the resident was capable.
These prior wishes may be written down or given verbally.
A substitute decision-maker may not agree with these
prior wishes, but the law specifies that these wishes be
honoured. Sometimes the resident’s prior wishes are not
medically recommended and this will require the
substitute decision-maker to make a decision based on
the recommended options available for the resident.
It is Sunnybrook’s policy to respect life and human dignity by
providing care to patients that is medically appropriate. As Karen
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Dorothy Ferguson
Operations DirectorAging & Veterans Care
Dr. Jocelyn Charles
Medical DirectorAging & Veterans Care
Faith, one of the ethicists at Sunnybrook states:
“Health care professionals are obligated to
provide their patients with pertinent health
information, to do no harm and to maximize the
benefit to the patient in the care that is provided.”
If the resident’s prior wishes are not known,
the substitute decision-maker is required to
make treatment decisions that are in the
resident’s “best interests”. To determine the
resident’s best interests, the substitute
decision-maker needs to consider: the
resident’s values and bel iefs; i f the
treatment is likely going to improve the
resident’s health condition or prevent it
from getting worse; if the expected benefits
are greater than the risks of harm; and if
there is a less intrusive treatment that
would be as helpful.
Research has shown that many families find it
very difficult to make decisions about care when
their family member has advanced Alzheimer’s
disease or other dementia. Often people do not
recognize advanced Alzheimer’s disease or
other dementia as a terminal illness and,
therefore, they do not feel it is appropriate to
make end-of-life decisions for their relative. In
late-stage terminal illnesses like advanced
dementia, the goal of care is comfort and quality
of life. Any treatment that causes discomfort or
just prolongs the dying process is not consistent
with this goal of care.
In order to prevent unnecessary suffering
while ensuring that the resident receives
appropriate care, there should be early
advanced care planning with good ongoing
communication with the health care team.
Understanding the expected course of the
illness and what complications may arise
gives families time to plan ahead for the
decisions that they may need to make on
behalf of their relative. Our health care
teams can provide families with information
about treatment options with potential risks
and benefits as well as pall iative care
options, help clarify goals, expectations and
values that guide decision-making, and
provide support.
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In honour of Sunnybrook's 60th anniversary, Veterans, family
members and invited guests joined together for a special
interdenominational dedication service in the Veterans Chapel
on Sunday, June 8.
Throughout the hospital's sixty years the chapel has always
been there for Veterans, patients, family members, staff and
volunteers. Many have found comfort, solitude, and a quiet
place for prayer and reflection in this charming place of worship.
Weekly services are held for Veteran residents each Sunday
morning and regular Catholic masses are held during the
week. The Chapel has also witnessed many weddings, and
funerals throughout the decades.
Under the direction and leadership of Honorary
Colonel Jim Hubel, of the Royal Canadian Legion,
Branch 165, a number of significant renovations and
upgrades to the chapel were identified and have been
completed over the last several years.
"Our branch was supportive from the moment I
presented the project to the executive," said Hubel.
"All that was needed was a little freshening and
updating to further enhance an already existing gem."
Since 2000, Colonel Hubel has been a dedicated
Sunnybrook wheelchair escort volunteer, helping
Veterans get to and from their weekly chapel service.
As you enter the chapel one of the additions that you
will immediately notice are the addition of the words, AMighty Fortress is Our God directly over the nave. This
well-known hymn was composed by Martin Luther
sometime between 1527 and 1529 and has often been
called the "battle hymn of the reformation".
Visitors will also notice the new oak altar, new ceiling fans,
new lighting in the chancel and back foyer, and the two
new large oak crosses that are mounted at the front on
each side of the chancel. In creative art therapy classes,
Veterans supported the chapel refurbishment project with
a new credence table and flower stands all specially hand
crafted in the woodshop.
In order to extend the upper chancel area, the existing
choir stalls were removed and new carpet and seating
for twelve was added. There is also a new audio
system along with a new air conditioning system,
generously donated by King Heating and Air
Conditioning Ltd.
In 2006, all of the stained glass windows were expertly
restored due to buckling and a weakening of the lead
panes. A new sign with the words, Veterans Chapel now
graces the front of the Chapel. In all the total value of all
the restoration projects completed was over $80,000.
Officiating at the service were Canon Ebert Hobbs,
Father Joseph Ogbannaya, Wes Roberts from
Spiritual & Religious Care at Sunnybrook and
Lieutenant Colonel Nigel Shaw, Army Command
Chaplain of the Canadian Forces.
Sunnybrook Chapel Celebrates 60 Years with a Fresh Look
by Sally Fur
4 July 2008
(left to right) Major The Rev. Canon Ebert Hobbs, SunnybrookSpiritual & Religious Care; Lieutenant Colonel Nigel Shaw, ArmyCommand Chaplain, Canadian Forces and Honorary Colonel JimHubel, The Royal Canadian Legion, Fort York Branch 165 areseen together at the chapel dedication service in honour ofSunnybrook's 60th anniversary and our war Veterans.Photo credit: Katherine Burgoyne
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Behaviours in Dementia Launch by Susan Greenwood
On Thursday May 29th, Aging & Veterans care launched
a new Clinical Practice Guideline for Responding to
Behaviours due to Dementia. Created by Dr. Jocelyn
Charles, Medical Director for Aging and Veteran’s Care,
with the collaboration of staff from the Dorothy Macham
Home, the guideline outlines a standard of care for
responding to long term care residents who have
challenging behaviours due to a dementia.
The launch event, entitled “Seeking to Understand”,
featured a very moving speech by Mrs. Irene Sobering
whose late husband was a former resident of the
Dorothy Macham Home. Mrs. Sobering told the story of
the difficulties her husband experienced, shuffled
through three facilities in six weeks because staff lacked
the knowledge and expertise to deal with his particular
needs. Eventually, he came to Sunnybrook where he
was “cared for by people who understood him.” Mrs.
Sobering also spoke about how she finally got a good
night’s sleep, knowing he was safe.
A number of Aging & Veteran’s care staff, who have
completed further education in Dementia Care, or
who work in the Dorothy Macham Home created
colourful and thought provoking poster presentations,
highlighting different components of the guideline,
and an additional poster showcasing the exceptional
care given at the Dorothy Macham Home.
The components of the guideline include;
• Clear assessment and description of observed
behaviours, and how to identify the differing level of
risk to the resident and others
• Assessment and understanding of unmet needs and
meaning behind the behaviour
• Communication with the resident, their families and
team members
• Non-pharmacological intervention for behaviours
• Responding to high risk behaviour
• Monitoring and documenting responses to
interventions
Visitors to the launch were able to view the poster
displays, browse the guideline, take part in a free
draw, play the ‘Dementia Care Jeopardy Challenge’,
visit a booth from the Toronto Alzheimer’s Society,
and enjoy celebratory cake and coffee.
Starting in September the guidelines will be rolled out
to interdisciplinary teams on all units in K and L wing.
Good Health for the Body & Mind
Every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m., in the K-wing annex instructor Michael Dane leads a TaiChi class for Veterans. Many find the massage-like movements of Tai Chi to be an effectivetherapy for a wide range of health problems. Withpractice the movements can have a profoundeffect on all systems of the body by reducingtension, improving circulation, and increasingstrength and flexibility. Why not give it try!
Mrs. Sobering cuts thecake at the "Seeking
to Understand" launchfor the new Clinical
Practice Guideline forResponding to
Behaviours due toDementia.
Photo credit: Dale Roddick
Photo credit: Dale Roddick
Sixth Annual Schulich Awards for Nursing &Clinical Excellence
Congratulations to Brenda Lewsen, from Speech
Pathology, Audiology, on receiving one of this year's
Schulich Awards. Generously funded by Dr. Seymour
Schulich, this award recognizes and celebrates the
exceptional staff and students who continually go
above and beyond their usual role in their practice, to
exemplify the values of Sunnybrook Health Sciences
Centre. Brenda was one of only ten regular part-time or
full-time employees across the hospital, who work in
the areas of diagnostic, therapeutic and direct clinical
patient care to receive this special award. The Schulich
Awards also recognize three graduating medical
students who live our values and who exhibit the
greatest potential to contribute positively to health care.
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With Praise
Congratulations to Daniela Olteteanu, K2W RN,
who has successfully met the rigorous practice,
continuous learning and testing requirements to
earn the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA)
certification credential in Gerontology Nursing.
Congratulations to Chito Gonzaga, RN on K3E
who was nominated last May for the Toronto
Star’s Nightingale Award. Juliet Lev, RN in the
OR and Anne Schaedlich of the Holland
Orthopaedic & Arthritic Centre were the other
Sunnybrook nominations.
Congratulations to authors Lawrence Jackson,
Jane Little, Edward Kung, Evelyn Williams,
Krystyna Siemiatkowska and Suzanne
Plowman. Their study entitled, Safe Medication
Swallowing in Dysphagia: A Collaborative
Improvement Project was featured in HealthcareQuarterly Vol.11 Special Issue 2008. As a result
of this work, there is now better communication
among hospital staff regarding a person’s ability to
swallow medication, and this has improved safety.
Congratulations to the staff of LFSE/W, Ruby
Librado, and Barb Paul on receiving the Excellence
in Nursing Award that was given out during Nursing
week in May.
Congratulations to the K1E palliative care team
who were awarded the 2008 Patient Safety
Leadership Award for their development of a
protocol for CADD Pain Pump Use to ensure
analgesics are delivered to patients as safely as
possible.
Congratulations to the staff on K3C, who were
presented with the Champions of Care Award in
April. This award presented by the Sunnybrook
Foundation gives staff, patients and visitors an
opportunity to recognize individuals or
departments who have demonstrated outstanding
patient care when it mattered most.
Left to right: Dr. Brian Gilbert, Chief, Schulich Heart Program,Brenda Lewsen, Audiologist, Aging & Veterans Care and Dr. BarryMcLellan, President & CEO, Sunnybrook Health Sciences CentrePhoto credit: Doug Nicholson
Congratulations to Sunnybrook Veteran Arthur
Fyles and Hilda Harris who were recently
awarded the Minister of Veterans Affairs
Commendation. This prestigious award
recognizes individuals who in an exemplary
way have contributed to the care and well-being
of Veterans.
Arthur Fyles was sixteen years old when he
enlisted in 1943 and joined the Essex
Scottish Regiment of the Canadian Infantry.
At 80, he still recalls the rough fighting in
France and losing his leg to gangrene after
being hit trying to take out a German battery
on the Norman coast. After the war, Arthur
returned to Canada and joined the War
Amputations of Canada almost 60 years
ago. He continues to play a role in the
organization to this day. After retiring from
his full-time job, Arthur worked with the War
Amps key tag service program, helping to
raise the profile of the organization and also
improve the quality of life for all amputees.
Over the years, he has remained constant in
his public service to others. He has helped
the sick, shut-ins, widows of Veterans,
countless amputees, both young and old and
civilians alike with daily chores and services.
Arthur also talks to students about the War
Amps and his own war experiences. Many
school children have raised money to
support the War Amps because of his
influence. In recent years, Arthur has
donated many personal items, books, photos
and artifacts about the Second World War to
the schools he visits regularly. By doing so,
he also encourages students to create
permanent displays showcasing their
understanding of Canada's military history.
Hilda Harris has been a familiar face around K
and L wings since 1994 when her husband
Eric, a Veteran who served in the British Army,
came to Sunnybrook. Over the years she has
provided love and support to not only her
husband but to many within the Veteran
community here at Sunnybrook. Hilda
generously offers her time and energy
welcoming new residents and families to the
veterans care program, serves refreshments in
Warrior’s Hall, organizes outings and special
events for wives and family members and holds
the volunteer position of sexton at the Jewish
Chapel. Hilda also frequently visits bed-ridden
patients unable to attend church services and
social events.
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Minister of Veteran Affairs CommendationAward
by Sally Fur
Photo credit: Dale Roddick
8 July 2008
Veterans Celebrate Hospital’s 60th AnniversaryContinued from page 1
To mark the occasion, Reg Blundell,Second World War Veteran presentedHis Royal Highness with a painting hedid in the art therapy program. ThePavilion in the Veterans TherapeuticGarden was also named in honour ofThe Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex.
In total, about 1,000 people attended thefestivities, including Minister of VeteransAffairs Canada, the Honourable GregoryThompson, as well as family members ofveterans, hospital staff, board membersand volunteers, representatives from theRoyal Canadian Legion, Army, Navy, AirForce, the Canadian Armed Forces, andmany other supportive members of thecommunity.
“It is an incredible morale boost for ourveterans and staff to play host to suchdistinguished guests,” said Dr. BarryMcLellan, President and CEO,Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.“We began as a veterans’ hospital and itmakes perfect sense for us to celebrateour 60th anniversary with those who westill proudly serve today.”
July 2008 9Photo credits: Doug Nicholson and Dale Roddick
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2008 Camp Trip by Sally Fur
For some it’s the sense of freedom and change in
surroundings. For others it’s about recreation and
leisure and building relationships with others. And
yet for others, it’s about a reawakening and living
life in the moment.
Through the generous support of the Royal
Canadian Legion, Fort York Branch 165 and the
Legion’s tri-district Hospital Committees ABC,
DEF, Veterans once again had the opportunity to
getaway for a little relaxation and restoration at
the annual June trip to camp!
This year twenty-six veterans from
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and
sixteen from the Parkwood campus of St.
Joseph’s Health Sciences Centre in London
joined together for four wonderful days on
beautiful Lake Joseph at the CNIB’s Lake
Joseph Centre in the heart of Muskoka.
“The camp getaway is such a wonderful
experience for all the Veterans and staff who
go along, “ said Nancy Bowers-Ivanski,
Manager of Recreation and Creative Arts
Therapies at Sunnybrook. “Every Veteran who
meets the criteria for camp is able to attend
and no one is disappointed. “We couldn’t do it
without the support of the Legion and can’t
thank them enough.”
The four-day overnight trip is an interprofessional
team effort where recreation therapy, nursing,
music and art therapy all play a significant role in
making the adventure an enjoyable one.
Research done at Sunnybrook in 2003, confirmed
that there are positive benefits for Veterans with
dementia who experience the freeing nature of
camp. Residents who suffer from Alzheimer’s
disease are calm and relaxed at camp and changes
in wandering patterns were noted.
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Along with the quiet relaxed environment and
fresh air, Veterans also participated in many
physical activities such as shuffleboard, bingo,
nature trails, cards, fishing, art therapy, roaring
campfires and a fabulous rib and hamburger BBQ
dinner provided by Master Steak.
Despite the cool temperature, several Veterans
enjoyed getting out on the lake for a powerboat
ride, coordinated by members of the Bala branch
of the Royal Canadian Legion.
A highlight of the week was the delicious hot lunch
and three-hour boat cruise on the Wenonah II,
generously supported by Fort York Branch 165.
The three-hour cruise gave passengers a scenic
tour of the landscape and spectacular cottage
country of Lakes Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph.
Members of the Royal Canadian Legion’s
Gravenhurst branch provided an Honour Guard
for the Veterans as they boarded the boat.
On the last day of camp, fifteen legion members from
District ABC, joined Veterans for a chance to socialize
and have a first-hand look at the camp in action.
It was a wonderful opportunity and very
meaningful for the Veterans to thank the people
who make the camp experience possible. Legion
members also enjoyed interacting with their
comrades and experiencing the joy that the
Veterans feel while at camp.
At the farewell dinner that evening, the dinning
hall was a sea of red. Everyone proudly wore their
red t-shirt with the slogan “we support our troops”,
it was another special gift the Legion had
distributed that morning.
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Photo credits: Katherine Burgoyne
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New Guide to Toronto Funeral Homes by Kathy Edmison and Nancy Paris
In order to bettersupport the process offuneral planning, KathyEdmison, Chaplain,and Nancy Paris,Social Worker, from thePalliative Care Unit onK1E have developed anew resource, calledthe "Guide to TorontoFuneral Homes" - the first of its kind in Toronto.
This practical guide offers contact information forall Toronto-area funeral homes, maps of the cityshowing where each funeral home is located, anda detailed summary of each one.
“From our experience on the Palliative Care Unit,where we provide end-of-life-care and often support
families with funeral planning, we found that theinformation available to families regarding funeralhomes was inconsistent and difficult to access,” saidEdmison and Paris the co-authors of the guide.
The guide is a helpful tool for healthcareprofessionals throughout the hospital and manyunits have already noted that this new guide is avaluable resource.
All Staff are welcome to download the guide fromthe Sunnybrook intranet site. Simply click on“programs and departments,” “Veterans &Community Department” and then “search all linksalphabetically”. From this page, linked under "P"for the Palliative Care (K1E) site, there is a pagefor the unit where the guide is available.
Patients or family members who wish to see thisguide should contact their unit social worker orchaplain for assistance.
Sunnybrook Veteran Archie Lamont (seated)and his wife Claire (standing behind him)recently celebrated their 65th year sincegraduating from Chemical Engineering at theUniversity of Toronto’s, Faculty of AppliedScience and Engineering.
Also on hand for the special event was SunnybrookK-wing wheelchair volunteers Ike Goodfellow andhis wife Georgia Phair (far left). Ike was coincidentlycelebrating his 55th year since graduating fromElectrical Engineering at the University of Toronto.Pictured beside Ike Goodfellow is Dr. Cristina Amon,the current Dean of the Faculty of Applied Scienceand Engineering.
Archie was a Lieutenant Engineer in the RoyalCanadian Naval Service and also the author of GunsAbove, Steam Below, in Canada's Navy of World WarII published last fall in the UK by Melrose Books.
Reminiscing Back in Time! by Sally Fur
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In honour of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Veterans, family members,and hockey fans young and old, gathered in Warrior’s Hall for achance to meet some of the greatest hockey legends. BobBeckett, Gary Collins, Pete Conacher, Murray Henderson, DannyLewicki, Howie Morenz Jr., Jim Morrison Bob Nevin, GeorgeStorey, Johnny Bower, Dick Duff and Ron Ellis were all on handalong with the Conn Smythe trophy.
Veterans enjoyed reminiscing about the earlier days of hockey andradio, when Foster Hewitt announced his famous greeting, “Hello,Canada and hockey fans in the United States and Newfoundland.”Susan Foster, best selling author of the "Power of Two", the story of CarlBrewer's battle with hockey's power brokers was also in attendance.
The link between Canada’s national winter sport and Canada’sVeterans is strong. Countless hockey players were among the ranksof Canadians who served in the Great Wars. The Memorial Cup wasdedicated to First World War Veterans in 1919. During the SecondWorld War, the Canadian government insisted that all hockey leaguesin Canada continue to play hockey, as a morale booster for the troopsabroad and for those on the home front. Eighty, NHL players enlistedduring the Second World War and Foster Hewitt’s’ radio broadcasts tothe troops overseas were legendary.
Today our soldiers in the Canadian Forces are always up for aquick game of street hockey to ease the tension and boost moralewhile overseas. In appreciation of the Veterans, the members ofthe NHL Alumni who attended the event (fourteen in total)presented Anne Wood, Second World War Veteran with an officialNHL hockey jersey autographed by each of them.
Hockey Legends from the“Original Six”
by Sally Fur
Len Bramson, SunnybrookVeteran and his wifeSandra meet former
Toronto Maple Leaf goalieJohnny Bower. Bramson,
the editor of Hockey Newsfrom 1950 to 1959, was
thrilled to have theopportunity to connectagain with the hockeygreats, his old friends.
Photo credit: Dale Roddick
Holy cowAnd jeepers creepersWhat would we do Without our sweepers
They toil and toilDust and mopFrom room to roomThey’re on the hop
To keep things tidyNice and neatThey’re seldom off Their aching feet
So hats off To a crew underratedJust to let you knowYou’re appreciated!
Ode to Cleaning Crewby Arnold Knox, Veteran
Mark This Date inYour Calendar!
Annual Kid’s Day
Tuesday, August 19th 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.K-wing Garden
All Veterans and theirfamilies, along with theirgrandchildren and greatgrandchildren are welcome toattend!
Face painting, bouncy castle,music, refreshments andmuch, much more!
You won't want to miss thisfantastic afternoon of fun. For further information pleasecontact Joseanne Carpenterat 416.480.6100 ext. 2459.
14 July 2008
Festival of the Arts 2008 by Audra Young
Creative Arts Therapies, CAT (horticulture therapy, art therapy, andmusic therapy) hosted the third annual “Festival of the Arts” onThursday, March 20th. The day-long event highlighted manycreative efforts of the residents and also encouraged residents andfamily members to participate in creative expression at variousinteractive stations throughout Warrior’s Hall.
Opportunities were offered to improvise musically on varioussmall instruments while music therapists improvised oninstruments such as the Ud and the Dobro. Many watchedwhile art therapists demonstrated three different ways in whichyou can transfer images. Other art therapists engagedresidents with pottery, mold making, weaving and sculpting.The horticulture display also caught the attention of those whohave an interest in gardening.
This year’s special guest was the Dick Felix Trio, who tookrequests from the Veterans and played many well-known tunes. Itwas a day full of smiles and laughter. Only positive comments wereadded to the comment box including:
“Great afternoon, especially after being under the weather this past week. Thanks.” - Bob Barnes K2W
“Creative Arts Therapies allow clients to feel alive.” - anonymous
“It was a very awakening display.” - anonymous
Passings
March 2008
Ernest Stallan
Colin Sewell
John Smith
John Steinmiller
Robert Reid
James Ruse
Robert Blight
Morris Moses Raiman
George Clarke
William Milne
David Grossman
Lawrence Mason
Margery Quail
Norman Robert Laws
Herbert Lehman
John Flahiff
Alex Cowden
April 2008
Howard Copeman
William Deagle
James Coombs
Clarence Martin
Stuart Robertson
Patrick Phillips
Petros Sakoulidis
Ian MacDonald
Michael Callahan
Richard Dillon
John Smith
James William McCallum
Adam Pomorski
James Walke, art therapist works on a clay sculpture of novelist George Orwell.Photo credit: Dale Roddick
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The Flower of Spring Did you know? by Sally Fur
That shortly after the Second World War, the Dutch shippedhundreds of thousand tulip bulbs to Ottawa to show their gratitudeto Canadian soldiers for freeing Holland from the Germanoccupation and for welcoming Queen Maria to reside in Ottawawhile the war raged on. Red tulips also symbolize imagination,dreaminess, and perfect love.
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Passings
May 2008
George Leitch
Ernest Towndrow
Donald Doner
Joseph Fournier
Albert Stewart
Bruce Campbell
George Langford
Madeline Baziw
Michael Maguire
John McRae
Morris Jowett
John Dennis
Edward McGough
Robert Paterson
Louis Cole
Kenneth Dugal
George Kennedy
Brian Hennessy
Norman Laidley
Arthur Painter
June 2008
Maxie Rosenbloom
Moore Jackson
Russell Attwooll
Ralph Curry
Richard Allan
William Murphy
Pictured behind a sea of red tulips are Veteran Russell Crawford, CraigHomewood (Royal LePage) John Crawford (Royal LePage) and DuncanGraham, President, Veterans & Community Resident Council. The tulips weregenerously donated by the Shelter Blooms project of Royal LePage last fall.Photo credit: Dale Roddick
Shaar Shalom Mitzvah Knittersby Leanne Hughes
The warmth being felt this season in Warriors Hall is not from the sun,
but rather the beautiful lap blankets and shawls. Created with care for
the Veterans by the Shaar Shalom Mitzvah Knitters, the blankets and
shawls have proven to be extremely popular. The attractive designs
and colours have made selection a difficult choice. Within the group
there are over 60 volunteer knitters who have created items for
children, teenagers, the ill, the elderly the abused and the
impoverished. To date, they have donated more than 1,500 items.
Their beautiful creations can now be seen throughout our Veterans
care facility. The kindness and generosity of the Shaar Shalom
Mitzvah Knitters is truly appreciated. Thank you!
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Show Your Support of Aging & Veterans Care
Contributions to the Aging & Veterans Care program are gratefully accepted, helping us meet specialor urgent needs in a timely fashion. Donations to the A&VC program will help fund high priority needssuch as capital improvements to the veterans’ residences. Donations to the Veterans’ Comfort Fundhelps us provide our Veteran residents with ‘extras’: equipment, events and entertainment items thatenhance their quality of life. Support of the Palliative Care Unit Trust Fund helps to enhance the livingenvironment for patients and families receiving palliative care.
Donations can be made in memory or in honour a loved one, or to acknowledge a special event such asa birthday or anniversary. If you so choose, Sunnybrook Foundation will send a card to your honoureeor their family letting them know that they have been honoured through a donation. A tax receipt willbe issued for all donations over $10.
How to donate:
By Mail:
Cheques should be made out to Sunnybrook Foundation
For a specific designation, please write ‘Veterans Comfort Fund’, ‘Palliative Care Unit Trust Fund’or ‘Aging and Veterans Care’ on the bottom of your cheque.
Mail your donation to:Sunnybrook Foundation, 2075 Bayview Avenue, Room H332 Toronto, ON, M4N 3M5
By Telephone:
call 416.480.4483 for the Sunnybrook Foundation
By Internet:
www.sunnybrook.ca/foundation and follow the simple instructions
Thank you!